1. Pipe Fixing and Support
- Secures pipes in industrial equipment and building systems to prevent bending or sagging due to gravity or external forces.
- Examples: securing high-temperature, high-pressure pipes in chemical equipment and supporting ventilation ducts in air conditioning systems.
2. Vibration and Noise Reduction
- Absorbs pipe vibrations through elastic materials (such as rubber gaskets), reducing mechanically transmitted noise.
- Applications: Pump and valve connections, ship engine piping.
3. Prevents Thermal Expansion and Contraction
- Allows limited movement of pipes during temperature fluctuations, preventing stress concentration and cracking.
- Typical Applications: Steam pipes and solar water heating systems.
